Object Details
Manufacturer
Rocketdyne Division, Rockwell International (CA)
Summary
This is the liquid propellant Lunar Module Ascent Engine. It was one of the most important in the manned Project Apollo missions since it was used to lift up the ascent stage of the Lunar Excursion Module (LEM) from the surface of the Moon which was then to dock with the Command Module (CM) orbiting the Moon. In the event of a too fast approach to the Moon, the engine could also be used to slow down the descent. It produced 3,500 pounds of thrust. The engine was developed and built by Rocketdyne.
Credit Line
Gift of Rocketdyne Division, Rockwell International Corporation
Inventory Number
A19751345000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
PROPULSION-Rocket Engines
Materials
Overall metal, mainly stainless steel; combustion chamber covering probably a phenolic; aluminum pipes; electrical wire, wrapped with foil
Dimensions
Overall: 53 in. long x 32 in. outside diameter (127 cm. long x 81.28 cm.outside diameter.
Country of Origin
United States of America
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Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A19751345000